For this, I used eyeliner to make my eyebrows pointy and evil. The Face – Too many times have I forgotten about makeup. These gloves will eventually be used again for her. I wanted to be Lady Macbeth this year but decided against it since I would have to buy too many new pieces. The Gloves – from my go-to fancy dress accessories shop in Camden. The Shoes – tempted by some lovely red Melissa wedges, but the ones I had did the job. Seriously, the retail tights selection has become so boring! I refused to settle, so I cut up the kid tights and taped them to my legs and tied them up with extra red ribbon. I hurried around looking for replacement tights, but to no avail. Play your cards right this year and wow everyone with this amazing costume This costume is great for Casino nights. The morning of Halloween I was super-excited and put on parts of my costume early. Will she get home Not if the Queen of Hearts has her way. Alice stumbles into the world of Wonderland. With Kathryn Beaumont, Ed Wynn, Richard Haydn, Sterling Holloway. I had found the perfect tights at Alice’s Shop, weeks in advance. Alice in Wonderland: Directed by Clyde Geronimi, Wilfred Jackson, Hamilton Luske, Jack Kinney. The Tights – A slight catastrophe occurred. I was tempted by a rabbit necklace, but bought a keychain one instead and made my own by adding red ribbon. The Necklace – I visited Alice’s Shop for ideas. Tempting, but I decided to save money by making my own.
I had found a hand stitched tea cup hat made of card print fabric by an indie artist in Shoreditch. The Crown – I bought a big piece of red construction paper to finish off the crown, which is made from a hairband from Accessorize. I used the hearts to bedazzle my crown and wand and to wear as stick-on earrings. The Bling – A sheet of glitter heart stickers was a great find. I identified key accessories, and how I could make them with as few purchases as possible.
#QUEEN OF HEARTS CARDS BASED DRESS FOR FREE#
I knew that a pack of cards was a must, and by coincidence The Monkey had received a promotional pack for free he wasn’t using. That way I wouldn’t have to buy too many new pieces.
I chose to go as the Queen of Hearts based on the fluffy pink dress already in my wardrobe. It is possible to be a minimalist and still celebrate Halloween in full. As I walked down the Oxford’s moonlit streets having just completed my costume, I thought When is the next time I get to dress up?, eager to craft my next outfit. But…you’re a minimalist!ĭressing to theme and dressing minimally are two loves of mine that struggle to be wed. It takes effort, but the thrill of its completion is so worth it. Simple Fix: Construct a Halloween Costume.
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